15 years ago today, Billy Coltzer got this wild hair and thought…let’s open a building envelope consulting firm! My, how far we've come since then! Huge thanks to our hardworking team, incredible partners and clients for making this possible! We couldn't have done it without you! Let's keep growing! #Anniversary ... See MoreSee Less

The RCI, Inc. 33rd International Convention & Trade Show in Houston starts next week! Stop by Booth 221 to learn how Z6 can work with you to provide building envelope performance assurance and discove...

Our February Newsletter is available now! Stay updated on the latest Zero/Six news, industry-related topics and more - bit.ly/2BTlbP2! Did you miss a Newsletter? Check out previous editions - bit.ly/2Fz0dor

In this issue:• Ask Our Experts: Stormwater Authority• At-A-Glance: A Snapshot of Zero/Six Projects• Project Spotlight: UT System Replacement Office Building• Out & About: On the Move with the Zero/Six Team• Save the Date: RCI 2018• Zero/Six Employment Opportunities ... See MoreSee Less

The Zero/Six team was on a site visit to observe construction at UTRGV - The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's Interdisciplinary Engineering & Academic Building (EIEAB) in Edinburg, TX. The facility will include six engineering teaching labs, two discipline-specific computer labs, eight 60-seat general classrooms, and offices and support spaces. Zero/Six’s scope of work encompasses a variety of envelope services throughout the design, construction and commissioning phases, including drawing review at four stages, submittal review, QA/QC services throughout the construction of the building envelope, and performance testing of fenestrations and roofing systems once completed. #EnvelopeArchitecture #WeKeeptheOutsideOut #QualityAssurance ... See MoreSee Less

We're excited to be at the Texas A&M University Construction Science Career Fair today & looking to #HireAggies! Stop by, say hello, and learn more about working for Zero/Six! #gigem #EnvelopeArchitec...

We're excited to be at the Texas A&M University Construction Science Career Fair today & looking to #HireAggies! Stop by, say hello, and learn more about working for Zero/Six! #gigem #EnvelopeArchitecture ... See MoreSee Less

Site visit! Assistant Project Manager, Zach Johnson, was on-site at UTMB Health's League City Campus Hospital to perform an envelope installation progress inspection. The phase II expansion includes construction of a five-story South Tower—which will add 123,000-square-feet to the hospital and a seven-story parking garage with an attached 33,000-square-foot multi-use building and connecting bridge. #WeKeeptheOutsideOut #QualityControl #BuildingEnvelope ... See MoreSee Less

Site Visit! Our Assistant Project Manager, Eddie Solis, is at UTRGV - The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's Academic Building in Brownsville, TX to verify as-built systems are installed in accordance with the design intent and to resolve any field issues to ensure an air and watertight envelope is achieved. #WeKeeptheOutsideOut #BuildingEnvelope #QualityAssurance ... See MoreSee Less

Z6 Commissioning, LLC Launches New Company Division and Names Scott Leimer, P.E. as Vice President. From small site-specific projects to county or region-wide assessments, Z6 now has the ability to ad...

Zero/Six Consulting employees are our most important asset and it is with great pleasure that we announce the promotion of Nicole Ashline Gavin to Senior Vice President. Nicole is the classic example of the cream rising to the top no matter where it is placed. She first started working for Zero/Six shortly after Hurricane Ike as part-time administrative help; her desire to learn our business and her willingness to always help others has made her an irreplaceable part of the Z6 family. We are excited to walk into our 15th year with Nicole at the helm. Congratulations! You have earned it! #Proud2BeZ6 #WellDeserved #Z6Unstoppable ... See MoreSee Less

Forensic Supervisor Russell Hargett and Building Envelope Specialist Aaron Shaffner conducted a forensic investigation on a 13-story building in Houston to determine the source of reported water infiltration. The investigation included a rope access façade inspection, roof inspection, as well as diagnostic water testing per AAMA 501.2 at selected exterior transitions and glazing interfaces. Our team will issue a report that outlines investigation findings, testing procedures and results, observations, and recommendations for the best path forward in remediation. #EnvelopeArchitecture #WeKeeptheOutsideOut #BuildingScience ... See MoreSee Less

Many milestones have been achieved during 2017, we’ve turned 15 as a company and recently promoted Daniel Hodge as our firms first Associate Principal since Zero/Six Consulting’s founding in 2003. For 10 years, Daniel’s expertise has produced high performing teams and delivered exceptional results that have been integral in advancing our company’s strategic initiatives and growth. Congrats, Daniel! Much deserved. #Z6historymade #growwithus ... See MoreSee Less

From our Zero/Six Consulting family to yours, we want to wish you a wonderful holiday season with family and friends and a healthy and prosperous New Year. We'll see you in 2018! ... See MoreSee Less

From our @[721970454538155:274:Zero/Six Consulting] family to yours, we want to wish you a wonderful holiday season with family and friends and a healthy and prosperous New Year. We'll see you in 201...

As we come to the end of the year, Zero/Six Consulting President Billy Coltzer reflects on the impact of Hurricane Harvey and the unprecedented relief efforts and heroism exhibited by our employees, partners, and friends - “At a time when it really mattered (with cameras rolling), the world saw the best of Texas; no one needed to tell Texans (or the Cajuns!) that all lives are precious and deserve preservation.” Read more - bit.ly/2C5Twf3... See MoreSee Less

A Message from Our President: After the Storm - We have all seen the videos and heard the stories of how folks of varying points of view set their differences aside to help one another during, and aft...

Zero/Six Consulting is excited for 2018 and the new projects on the horizon– we're looking for fresh insight, creative minds and bold talent to work on unique projects in a wide variety of markets from design through project completion. Our corporate culture supports career advancement in an energetic, collaborative environment where innovation thrives, ideas come to fruition and employees experience a good work/life balance. Submit your resume for multiple roles and locations to employment@z6consulting.com! #EnvelopeArchitecture #WeKeeptheOutsideOut ... See MoreSee Less

Adoption of the 2015 IECC has added significant scope by mandating commissioning. This requires that the Building Envelope be commissioned by an independent, third-party consultant that is not directly involved in the design or construction of the building. Learn more from Industry Collaborator David MacLean, Vice President at McMac Commissioning Services, LLC - bit.ly/2AZVZ5W #StrategicPartner #2015IECC #Energycodes #BECx ... See MoreSee Less

Jef Tay Bishop, P.E. discusses how architectural testing provides critical data for engineering calculations as well as finds potential weak points that are either overlooked or impossible to foresee. ... See MoreSee Less

Our team is on-site at the First Lutheran Church Galveston conducting a full building envelope evaluation to remediate moisture issues. We utilized our drone to safely access hard-to-reach areas within the facility to efficiently collect real-time data during our investigation. #Drone #EnvelopeArchitecture #WeKeeptheOutsideOut ... See MoreSee Less

Congrats to Zero/Six Consulting Building Envelope Specialist, Aaron Shaffner who recently earned his Construction Documents Technologist certificate! This achievement demonstrates his thorough understanding of the construction process and a personal commitment to professional development. The greatest leaders are the best students! #ContinuingEducation #CDT #EnvelopeArchitecture ... See MoreSee Less

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Zero/Six Consulting, LLC is a leader in delivering innovative solutions for the creation and maintenance of better building envelopes. We assemble a dedicated team of in-house professionals — Architects, Engineers, LEED Green Associates, RRO’s, project managers, and field specialists — to meet each project’s particular requirements, performance goals, budgetary criteria, and scheduling requirements, tailoring to the individual building and client needs.
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